I'm Raquela Quirós Delgado, a BA Graphic Design graduate and passionate graphic designer specializing in brand identity, illustration, and marketing. I immerse myself in the core of each project to generate concepts that express and strengthen the brand, resonating with target audiences. My expertise spans brand identity, illustration, and marketing, reinforced by a deep understanding of Adobe Creative Suite, design principles, typography, and layout techniques. I craft engaging visuals that align with brand standards, push creative boundaries, and translate trends into fresh, innovative ideas. My approach is driven by curiosity and a commitment to crafting unique solutions that enhance a brand’s essence. With strong communication and a collaborative mindset, I manage brand development and work closely with marketing teams, handling client interactions throughout the project lifecycle. I’ve led end-to-end brand identities and contributed to multi-channel campaigns across Costa Rica and the UK, delivering cohesive visual systems and measurable results.

Raquela Quirós Delgado

I'm Raquela Quirós Delgado, a BA Graphic Design graduate and passionate graphic designer specializing in brand identity, illustration, and marketing. I immerse myself in the core of each project to generate concepts that express and strengthen the brand, resonating with target audiences. My expertise spans brand identity, illustration, and marketing, reinforced by a deep understanding of Adobe Creative Suite, design principles, typography, and layout techniques. I craft engaging visuals that align with brand standards, push creative boundaries, and translate trends into fresh, innovative ideas. My approach is driven by curiosity and a commitment to crafting unique solutions that enhance a brand’s essence. With strong communication and a collaborative mindset, I manage brand development and work closely with marketing teams, handling client interactions throughout the project lifecycle. I’ve led end-to-end brand identities and contributed to multi-channel campaigns across Costa Rica and the UK, delivering cohesive visual systems and measurable results.

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I’m Raquela Quirós Delgado, a BA Graphic Design graduate and passionate graphic designer specializing in brand identity, illustration, and marketing. I immerse myself in the core of each project to generate concepts that express and strengthen the brand, resonating with target audiences. My expertise spans brand identity, illustration, and marketing, reinforced by a deep understanding of Adobe Creative Suite, design principles, typography, and layout techniques. I craft engaging visuals that align with brand standards, push creative boundaries, and translate trends into fresh, innovative ideas. My approach is driven by curiosity and a commitment to crafting unique solutions that enhance a brand’s essence.

With strong communication and a collaborative mindset, I manage brand development and work closely with marketing teams, handling client interactions throughout the project lifecycle. I’ve led end-to-end brand identities and contributed to multi-channel campaigns across Costa Rica and the UK, delivering cohesive visual systems and measurable results.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Advanced
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Junior Graphic Designer at PIXELS Digital Printing
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
Designed on-demand materials for walk-in clients, including stationery, flyers, brochures, magazines, and menus using Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop. Produced and prepared files for small and large format printing (banners, posters, billboards, roll-ups, booklets). Gained strong understanding of print production processes.
Midweight Graphic Designer & Illustrator at Castagno Marketing & Design
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2022
Managed social media accounts for multiple clients, creating structured monthly content (photography, video, advertising assets, and copy-writing), increasing engagement and follower growth by 67% within six months. Designed user interfaces for a yoga app, toy products, and a bakery website using Figma, improving usability and user interaction through intuitive and responsive design. Conceptualized and illustrated board games, packaging, and brand identities, delivering cohesive and authentic visual systems that strengthened brand recognition and consistency with visually unified impactful elements.
Lead Graphic Designer & Marketer at Amsey Chartered Surveyors
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Refined and streamlined brand identity to ensure consistency across all touchpoints, improving clarity and recognition. Designed targeted marketing materials (flyers, newspapers, templates) based on defined audience personas, increasing engagement and campaign reach. Developed and launched a tailored marketing campaign, achieving an 11% increase in conversion rates in 3 months.
Independent Graphic Designer at Costa Rica Graphic Designer & Marketer
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2026
Led the end-to-end development of brand identities from concept to execution, including digital, print, and marketing systems. Built the full brand ecosystem for Huertos Marinos, including social media, website (Figma/Wix), and advertising content, contributing to an estimated 65% increase in B2B and B2C client acquisition. Developed a complete brand book for Caribbean Paradise, positioning the brand within the hospitality and eco-lodge market through cohesive visual identity and strategic design direction. Delivered packaging design concepts, leading to selection for the Lush Talent Pool and invitation to contribute to the Halloween and Christmas 2026 product lines.

Education

BA in Graphic Design at Universidad Creativa
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2023
BA in Plastic Arts (incomplete) at Universidad de Costa Rica
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2020
HTML/CSS Certification at Code Institute
January 1, 2024 - April 24, 2026

Qualifications

HTML/CSS Certification
January 1, 2024 - April 24, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Travel & Hospitality, Retail